US-Israel war on Iran: Qatar Airways suspends flights as Qatari airspace remains closed

Airline to resume once civil aviation authority reopens airspace

Last updated: March 01, 2026 | 10:39

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The situation remains subject to change, with airlines in the region closely monitoring developments and adjusting operations in line with official guidance.

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Doha: Flight operations at Qatar Airways remain temporarily suspended following the closure of Qatari airspace.

In an operational update, the airline confirmed that services will resume only once the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority announces the safe reopening of the country’s airspace.

“Qatar Airways flight operations remain temporarily suspended due to the closure of Qatari airspace. Qatar Airways will resume operations once the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority announces the safe reopening of Qatari airspace,” the airline said.

The carrier added that a further update will be provided on March 2 by 9 am Doha time (06:00 UTC).

The situation remains subject to change, with airlines in the region closely monitoring developments and adjusting operations in line with official guidance.

Dhanusha Gokulan

Dhanusha is a Chief Reporter at Gulf News in Dubai, with her finger firmly on the pulse of UAE, regional, and global aviation. She dives deep into how airlines and airports operate, expand, and embrace the latest tech. Known for her sharp eye for detail, Dhanusha makes complex topics like new aircraft, evolving travel trends, and aviation regulations easy to grasp. Lately, she's especially fascinated by the world of eVTOLs and flying cars. With nearly two decades in journalism, Dhanusha's covered a wide range, from health and education to the pandemic, local transport, and technology. When she's not tracking what's happening in the skies, she enjoys exploring social media trends, tech innovations, and anything that sparks reader curiosity. Outside of work, you'll find her immersed in electronic dance music, pop culture, movies, and video games.

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